What Are Thorntons Thinking Of?
At the weekend, while out at the Trafford Centre, I found myself in Thorntons although I am not quite sure how it happened.
Anyway, whilst looking around I noticed Thorntons have only gone and taken taken two of the most individually beautiful tasting products and lashed them together in a pan thinking it would be a good idea. Chocolate and Balsamic Vinegar! What on earth were they thinking?
Some people know that after experiencing Willies (not the male variety!) I’ve got a tad snobby when it comes to Chocolate. I’m no longer a fan of the standard milk chocolate bar as I find it doesn’t actually have any taste. It’s just sweet, smooth, fatty textured brown stuff and it’s unhealthy! Don’t get me wrong, I will still eat it if it’s being offered!
Good, dark chocolate with a high Cocoa count however, not only taste lovely, but has been scientifically proven to be good for helping burn fat while exercising. Therefore my training regime for the Sheffield 10k (in aid of Diabetes… now there’s a contradiction!) will see me gain 3 stone in weight whilst I try out the many different slabs of Chocolate available from Thorntons. At the same time, my being able to run at a faster pace for the same feelings of effort as running at slower speeds without the chocolate drink. Makes sense to me!
So back to Thorntons and their Balsamic Vinegar Chocolate. Believe it or not, it’s actually extremely nice. The 75% high cocoa content gives you the slightly bitter taste that’s found with proper chocolate. This is quickly followed and overcome by the sweet tang of the balsamic vinegar that lingers a little longer. For me personally, I think maybe just a hint more vinegar would make it even better.
The box says “Best Before March 2010“……….. Yeah right! Next is their Chilli version I think!
Definitely worth giving a try if you’re already a dark chocolate fan and they’re on the Buy.At network as a merchant too!
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